Wed Mar 12 06:37:37 UTC 2025: ## Trump Buys Tesla in Show of Support for Musk Amidst Controversy

**Washington, D.C. –** In a surprising move aimed at bolstering Tesla CEO Elon Musk, President Donald Trump purchased a Model X SUV from the electric vehicle company on Tuesday. The purchase, made on the White House driveway with Musk present, comes amidst significant backlash against Musk due to his involvement in the Trump administration’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and subsequent push for reduced government spending.

Trump, who reportedly paid the full $80,000 price without discount, described the vehicle as “beautiful” and praised Musk’s contributions, stating that he felt Musk had been “treated very unfairly.” While unable to test drive the car himself due to security protocols, Trump intends to leave it at the White House for staff use. Musk, seated beside Trump, lightheartedly remarked about potentially giving the Secret Service a heart attack with the car’s speed.

The President cited two reasons for the purchase: Tesla’s quality and his belief that Musk has been unfairly targeted. He emphasized that his support wasn’t solely based on political alignment, saying, “Sometimes, I’m not even sure what he is in terms of his philosophy, but he’s a great guy.”

This public display of support comes as Tesla stock has plummeted over 30% in the last month, fueled by anti-DOGE protests outside Tesla stores across the US. These protests, some of which turned violent, saw demonstrators demanding Musk’s removal, highlighting the considerable controversy surrounding his role in the administration’s cost-cutting initiatives. While the stock experienced a slight rebound of nearly 5% on Wednesday following a 15% drop the previous day, it remains significantly below its January levels. The President’s purchase is seen as an attempt to counter the negative narrative surrounding Musk and boost Tesla’s image.

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